Introduction; Overview; Important Notice - Enterasys Matrix E1 1G694-13 Configuration Manual

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Introduction

This chapter provides an overview of the tasks that may be accomplished using the Matrix E1
1G694-13 CLI interface, an introduction to in-band and out-of-band network management, and
information on how to contact Enterasys Networks for technical support.

Important Notice

Depending on the firmware version used in the Matrix E1 1G694-13 device, some features
described in this document may not be supported. Refer to the Release Notes shipped with the
Matrix E1 device to determine which features are supported.
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OVERVIEW

Enterasys Networks' Matrix E1 CLI interface allows you to perform a variety of network
management tasks, including the following:
• Assign IP address and subnet mask.
• Select a default gateway.
• Assign a login password to the device for additional security.
• Download a new firmware image.
• Designate which network management workstations receive SNMP traps from the device.
• View switch, interface, and RMON statistics.
• Configure ports to perform load sharing using trunking commands.
• Clear NVRAM.
• Configure ports to perform load sharing using trunking commands.
• Configure 802.1D and 802.1w Spanning Trees.
• Set 802.1Q VLAN memberships and port configurations.
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